Serving 956 students in grades 6-8, Mcdonough Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 12% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Georgia state average of 65% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 956 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 7% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
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Mcdonough Middle School's student population of 956 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
956 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Mcdonough Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mcdonough Middle School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1882 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
7%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
19%
Black
81%
36%
White
3%
35%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Mcdonough Middle School's ranking?
Mcdonough Middle School is ranked #1882 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Mcdonough Middle School often compared to?
Mcdonough Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ola Middle School, Union Grove Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 21% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Mcdonough Middle School?
956 students attend Mcdonough Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Mcdonough Middle School students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mcdonough Middle School?
Mcdonough Middle School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Mcdonough Middle School offer ?
Mcdonough Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mcdonough Middle School part of?
Mcdonough Middle School is part of Henry County School District.
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